Environmental Science Intern – Summer 2027 (Irvine/SB)

WSP in the U.S.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA invites motivated students to join our Earth & Environment team as an Environmental Science Intern for Summer 2027. Based in Irvine, CA or Santa Barbara, this 12-week program provides exposure to real projects alongside senior staff and mentors through our Developing Professionals Network.

You will assist with field data collection, data analysis, and project documentation, while developing technical writing skills and professional conduct within a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate Environmental Science/Environmental Planner/Natural Resources program with anticipated Aug 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Interest in Environmental Science and developing project skills.
• Strong communication to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to take direction from leadership and mentors.

Responsibilities

• Assist field data collection and data analysis.
• Support project execution and documentation.
• Participate in training and adhere to codes of conduct.
• Travel may be required; no relocation housing.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Office software proficiency

Data analysis basics

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate environmental science/planning program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

WSP USA invites motivated students to join our Earth & Environment team as an Environmental Science Intern for Summer 2027. Based in Irvine, CA or Santa Barbara, this 12-week program provides exposure to real projects alongside senior staff and mentors through our Developing Professionals Network.

You will assist with field data collection, data analysis, and project documentation, while developing technical writing skills and professional conduct within a safety-focused environment.